UNV
Geographic Information Officer – Mogadishu, Somalia
Closing Date: 2022-09-07
Mission and objectives
The United Nations Security Council in Resolution 2245 adopted on 09 November 2015 established the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS). This replaced the United Nations Support Office for AMISOM (UNSOA), established in 2009. https://unsos.unmissions.org/unsos-mandate. United Nations Security Council Resolution 2245 decided that UNSOS will be responsible for support to AMISOM (ATMIS), UNSOM, the Somali National Army (SNA) and the Somali Police Force (SPF) on joint operations with AMISOM (ATMIS).
Context
The United Nations Security Council in Resolution 2245 adopted on 09 November 2015 established the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS). This replaced the United Nations Support Office for AMISOM (UNSOA), established in 2009. https://unsos.unmissions.org/unsos-mandate. United Nations Security Council Resolution 2245 decided that UNSOS will be responsible for support to AMISOM (ATMIS), UNSOM, the Somali National Army (SNA), and the Somali Police Force (SPF) on joint operations with AMISOM (ATMIS).
Task description
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Innovation and Technology the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:
• Develop Geographic Information Databases to support the UNSOS mandate
• Build procedures to extract, transform and load data (ETL) from existing nonspatial systems and integrate them into a geospatial web mapping application for spatial analysis.
• Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques, and provide patterns in complex data
• Work with the GIS Team and the Business Automation Team to collect requirements in business processes and workflows
• Architect, design, and develop complex Power App workflows that string different business entities together.
• Build custom Power BI dashboards • Perform any GIS-related works
Skills and Qualifications
Required experience
3 years of experience in Geographic Information systems or IT-related fields. A minimum of 2 years of experience in performing data analysis, workflow automation, building software using languages and technologies of the NET framework, and building data reports. Working experience with ArcGIS Software is desirable, and working experience with Microsoft Power Automate and Power BI is desirable. Knowledge of Big Data and IoT is an asset.
Area(s) of expertise
Information technology
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Required education level
Bachelor degree or equivalent in Information technology and GIS.
Competencies and values
• Integrity and professionalism
• Accountability
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Planning and organizing
• Teamwork and respect for diversity
• Communication: proven interpersonal skills
• Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, remote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary;
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity, and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.
How to apply
Other informationLiving conditions and remarks
General: Mogadishu is the HQ of UN operations in the Somalia area and is a non-family duty station. The UN Volunteer will be subject to the overall direction and guidance of the UN Designated Official (DO) for security. The volunteer will be incorporated into all applicable security protocols and will be required to adhere to the guidelines, security plans, and other directives issued by the DO. While in Somalia, the volunteer will be housed in UN-provided accommodation in the UN Compound at the Aden Abdulle International Airport (AAIA). Accommodation: Due to the security situation in the UNSOS mission area and the fact that there is no private living accommodation, expatriate personnel deployed to Mogadishu are provided secure accommodation in a camp environment. Some accommodation (hard wall and prefabs) is paid for by UN personnel on a monthly basis, while bunkerized sea container accommodation is provided free of cost. UN-provided accommodation is equipped with basic furniture. Power and water are provided by the UN inside the camp to its occupants. Food and Diet: There are UN Contractor-managed dining facilities within the UN Camp in Mogadishu where food can be purchased. Personnel may cook their own meals in common kitchens within the camp. Health: Exposure exists to several tropical diseases. All medical formalities specified in the Offer or Travel Advisory should be completed before traveling. Yellow Fever vaccination is compulsory before coming to the mission area, while vaccinations for Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus/Diptheria, Polio, and Meningitis are recommended. A vaccination Card (yellow card) must be brought. Malaria prophylaxis is highly recommended. Due to the large number of various types of insects in the mission area, it is also recommended to use insecticide-impregnated nets and insect repellants. UN personnel have access during working hours to a Civilian Clinic inside the UNSOS Camp in Mogadishu. Rest and Recuperation: International personnel, including UN Volunteers working in the UNSOS mission area, are entitled to a Rest and Recuperation break after every four-week period in Somalia. Nairobi is the designated R&R location to which transportation is provided. R&R consists of five calendar days, with an additional two days of travel time. Accommodation, meals, and other expenses while on R&R are borne by the individual. The timing of when R& R is taken must be balanced against operational requirements.
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy.
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